New York Personal Injury Attorney Blog

Construction sites are busy, high-risk environments, and one of the most dangerous threats workers face every day is electrical hazards. Electrical injuries can lead to devastating consequences, including severe burns, permanent disability, or even death.  At Sullivan Papain, our team of NYC construction accident lawyers understands the serious impact these accidents have on workers and…

Ladder accidents are among the most common and dangerous incidents on construction sites, often leading to severe injuries or even fatalities. In New York City, construction workers have specific legal protections under labor laws that provide avenues for seeking compensation.  If you or a loved one has suffered injuries in a ladder accident, taking the…

Construction sites are inherently dangerous, with countless hazards posing risks to workers, bystanders, and even nearby pedestrians. One of the most significant dangers is falling objects, which can cause severe or fatal injuries in an instant. Whether it’s a tool, piece of debris, or structural material, anything that falls from above can lead to catastrophic…

Construction work is one of the most dangerous occupations in the United States. Despite safety regulations, construction sites pose significant risks, including falls from heights, equipment malfunctions, and exposure to hazardous materials.  When accidents occur, injured construction workers are entitled to pursue compensation to cover medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages. However, navigating the…

In this edition of his Construction Accident Litigation column, Brian Shoot focuses upon a single question: whether the plaintiff-worker’s conduct constitutes the sole proximate cause of the subject accident as a matter of law, or alternatively may be deemed by a jury to be the sole proximate cause of the subject accident. Editor’s Note: This…